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V970 DBV

1999 Yamaha XV750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,376 mi
Last recorded26,376 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV75018,733 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV970 DBV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV750
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 26,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 26,341 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 25,636 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 May 2017 25,287 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 24,757 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 May 2015 21,755 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 21,428 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 21,130 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 20,277 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 May 2011 19,595 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 17,051 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2009 12,753 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 9,257 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 5,688 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

small cuts in rear tyre tread .

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV750?

Based on 15,475 MOT tests across 1,663 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
391
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,663
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 256
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 220
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 96
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 72
wheel bearings have excessive free play 70
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V970 DBV is a 1999 Yamaha XV750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XV750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 18,733 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 256 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V970 DBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha XV750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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V970 DBV is a 1999 Yamaha XV750, first registered on 2 September 1999.

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The MOT history for V970 DBV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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